The Surprising Truth About Dolby Atmos Mixing: Better Stereo, Higher Royalties
A surprising truth about Dolby Atmos mixing: it can do more than create an immersive version. It can also help rendered stereo playback feel more open — while Spatial Audio releases may earn up to 10% more on Apple Music.
Why a rough mix you thought was perfect can sound very different in a professional studio
A rough mix that feels balanced at home can sound very different in a professional studio. That is not necessarily a problem — it is often what happens when better monitoring reveals more truth.
Mixing Yes in Dolby Atmos at Curtis Schwartz Studio
A week mixing the forthcoming Yes album in Dolby Atmos — plus a quick look at the control room setup.
🎶 Celebrating 1 Billion Streams for Stacey Kent
Huge congratulations to Stacey Kent, who has officially surpassed 1 billion streams worldwide! 🌍✨
I’ve had the joy of collaborating with Stacey from the very start — recording, mixing, and mastering her albums over three decades in my studio. Along the way, I also added my usual production touches and even contributed the occasional backing vocal. Watching her music travel around the world and resonate with millions of listeners is nothing short of extraordinary.
Stacey Kent, whose music has now surpassed 1 billion streams worldwide.
Looking back at all the albums we’ve made together, it’s incredible to realise just how far her voice has travelled.
Stacey’s music has brought her international acclaim, a devoted global fan base, and even a Grammy nomination for The Changing Lights in 2015 — a proud moment for us both.
That means a billion people have now heard my work too. Or, as my daughter joked, maybe it’s just one super-fan who’s streamed it a billion times. Either way, it’s a milestone worth celebrating. 😏